Clyde/Lawrence hunting

General information

This hunting area at the head of the Clyde and Lawrence Rivers covers about 18,887 hectares. It's rugged mountain terrain with extensive scree fans. Glaciers are present at the heads of most valley systems.

The area adjoins the Havelock to the west, Rakaia/Mathias to the east and Big Hill/Potts/Clearwater/Cameron to the south.

Access

There is 4WD access from Erewhon Station that involves difficult and lengthy riverbed travel and is conditional on river levels. Fill in the intentions book at the access point to the river.

Crossing the Clyde and Lawrence Rivers is only recommended for experienced parties with suitable vehicles.

• Always treat rivers with respect – never cross a dirty or flooded river.
• River currents are often stronger than they appear.
• Water levels can rise rapidly due to rain in the headwaters; it does not need to raining at the crossing place.
• Braids of the river can shift and there may be soft sinking sand.
• If in doubt, stay put until conditions improve or turn back.

For permission across private property or to enter the areas outside public conservation land, contact Erewhon Station.

Topo maps

NZTopo50 map sheets:

• BW17 Harihari
• BW18 Whitcombe Pass
• BX 17 Mount Sibbald
• BX 18 Lake Clearwater

Hut information

• Watchdog Hut
• McCoy Hut
• Lawrence Hut
• Lawrence Bivvy

Know before you go